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Tuesday, 21st May 2013

Otters

Animal Collection

River Lochy
Fort William
Inverness Shire
©Lorne Gill/SNH

What's Nearby

Please note that the distances stated below are approximate and are calculated as the crow flies. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you check your route before you travel.

Attractions nearby

  1. Shinty

    Shinty

    Sports Ground

    The largest dedicated shinty park in Fort William, An Aird is located on the east back of Loch Linhe near to the town centre and next to the Nevis Centre. An Aird is also home to Fort William Shinty...

    0.24 miles away
  2. Bike Glen Nevis by road or forestry track

    Bike Glen Nevis by road or forestry track

    Waymarked Trail

    Location: Glen Nevis
    Starting Point: Braveheart Car park; Glen Nevis Visitors Centre, both Glen Nevis
    Trail Length: 15 miles / 25 kilometres
    Time Required: 2.5 - half day ride
    Route Type: Cross...

    0.39 miles away
  1. Old Fort

    Old Fort

    Historic Site

    0.49 miles away
  2. West Highland Museum

    West Highland Museum

    Museum

    The West Highland Museum’s collections tell the story of the region and its history. Its most renowned and unusual collection relates to Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite cause. The museum...

    0.71 miles away
  3. Old Inverlochy Castle

    Old Inverlochy Castle

    Castle / Fort

    The ruins of this 13th-century castle near fort William is the site of two battles. Now in the care of Historic Scotland, the castle, although ruined, is unusual as it has remained unaltered since...

    0.75 miles away
  4. Crannog Cruises

    Crannog Cruises

    Boat Trip

    Enjoy this fantastic cruise under the slopes of Ben Nevis, Britains highest mountain onboard the historic vessel Souters Lass. The Skipper gives an entertaining and informative commentary as the boat...

    0.84 miles away
  5. Lime Tree Gallery

    Lime Tree Gallery

    Gallery

    The Lime Tree Gallery is a purpose built space that hosts public touring and commercial contemporary exhibitions. As well as giving contemporary artists a platform to exhibit and sell their work, the...

    0.96 miles away
  6. Cow Hill Circuit

    Bike the Cow Hill Circuit

    Waymarked Trail

    Location: Fort William
    Starting Point: Braveheart Carpark, Glen Nevis Grid Re 122737
    Trail Length: 7.5miles, with lots of uphill!
    Time Required: 1-2 hours
    Route Type: Cross Country
    Family /...

    1.02 miles away
  7. Highland Cow

    Highland Cow

    Animal Collection

    With its impressive horns and long, flowing coat of hair, the Highland Cow (or 'Coo') is a well known and much loved sight in the Outdoor Capital of the UK.

    1.15 miles away
  8. View from the bridge at the Glen Nevis Visitor Centre

    Glen Nevis Visitor Centre

    Visitor Attraction

    The Glen Nevis Visitor Centre is situated 1.5 miles along the Glen Nevis road from the Nevis bridge mini-roundabout. Here you will find information on walking and the local area. There are toilets...

    1.37 miles away
  9. The Great Glen Canoe Trail

    The Great Glen Canoe Trail

    Waymarked Trail

    The Great Glen Canoe Trail is yet another example of what adventures await outdoor enthusiasts in the Outdoor Capital.

    It is an epic 60 mile (95km) journey crossing Scotland in 5 days and...

    1.37 miles away
  10. Bike Loch Oich Circular

    Bike Loch Oich Circular

    Waymarked Trail

    Location: Great Glen
    Starting Point: Neptunes Staircase, The Caledonian Canal, Banavie, Fort William.
    Trail Length: 91.5kms-52mls part 1 + part 2
    Time Required: 6-8 hrs part 1 + part 2
    Route Type:...

    1.41 miles away
  11. Neptune's Staircase

    Neptune's Staircase

    Historic Site

    The historic Neptune’s Staircase is a staircase lock on the Caledonian Canal at Banavie, just north of Loch Linhe. Designed by noted Scottish architect, canal and bridge builder Thomas Telford, the...

    1.41 miles away
  12. ©Alex Farquhar

    Highland Cow

    Animal Collection

    With its impressive horns and long, flowing coat of hair, the Highland Cow (or 'Coo') is a well known and much loved sight in the Outdoor Capital of the UK.

    1.42 miles away
  13. Banavie to Gairlochy along the Caledonian Canal

    Bike the Caledonian Canal, Banavie to Gairlochy

    Waymarked Trail

    Location: Fort William
    Starting Point: Neptune's Staircase Car Park, Banavie
    Trail Length: 15 miles
    Time Required: 2.5 - 3.5 hours depending on how easy you take it!
    Route Type: Family /...

    1.45 miles away
  14. Bike The Northern Shore of Loch Arkaig

    Bike The Northern Shore of Loch Arkaig

    Waymarked Trail

    Location: Great Glen
    Starting Point: Neptunes Staircase Carpark, Banavie
    Trail Length: 52 miles
    Time Required: Day/ half day ride
    Route Type: Family / Recreational , Road
    Difficulty: Beginner -...

    1.45 miles away
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Activities nearby

  1. Nevis Cycles Hire

    Nevis Cycles Hire

    Cycle

    Welcome to Fort William Bike Hire - the largest bike hire fleet for exploring Fort William and the Witch's Trails, riding the famous downhill track West Highlands.

    We offer bikes to suit all...

    0.2 miles away
  2. Nevis Centre Fort William

    The Nevis Centre

    Activity Centre

    The Nevis Centre is Fort William's multi-purpose meeting place and Events Venue which has recently been redesigned to provide a great experience for everyone. The Nevis Centre offers events all year...

    0.37 miles away
  1. Fishing Scotland

    Fishing Scotland - Wild Fishing and Fly Fishing School

    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    SCOTLAND'S ONLY VISITSCOTLAND 5-STAR GRADED FLY FISHING SCHOOL & WILD FISHING ACTIVITY PROVIDER
    Across Lochaber  Ardnamurchan | Fort William & Glen Nevis | Great Glen and Glen Spean | Glencoe and...

    0.41 miles away
  2. A selection of images across Lochaber, by Fishing Scotland

    Fishing Scotland - Wild Fishing and Fly Fishing School

    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    SCOTLAND'S ONLY VISITSCOTLAND 5-STAR GRADED FLY FISHING SCHOOL & WILD FISHING ACTIVITY PROVIDER
    Across Lochaber Ardnamurchan | Fort William & Glen Nevis | Great Glen and Glen Spean | Glencoe and...

    0.44 miles away
  3. Glen Nevis Rangers

    Glen Nevis Rangers

    Walking Tour

    Countryside Rangers guided walks and events. Visitor centre with tourist informatoin on Ben Nevis and Glen Nevis. Retail section with maps, outdoor equipment, books and snacks.

    0.49 miles away
  4. Atlas Logo

    Walking with Atlas Mounatineering

    Walking Tour

    Here at Atlas Mountaineering we are dedicated to bringing you the highest possible quality service, assuring that you get the most out of your trip, whether you want to try rock climbing for the...

    0.99 miles away
  5. Abacus Mountain Guides

    Abacus Mountain Guides

    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    Abacus Mountain Guides provide world class mountain adventures on the west coast of Scotland. With the highest qualifications in Mountaineering, Canyoning and Mountain Biking, plus twenty years of...

    1.35 miles away
  6. No Fuss Events

    No Fuss Events

    Activity Centre

    Welcome to No Fuss Events. No Fuss Events burst onto the scene in 2005 with 10 Under the Ben, still the companies flagship event. 2010 saw about a 1000 riders of all abilities tackle the world...

    1.35 miles away
  7. Lochaber Yacht Club

    Lochaber Yacht Club

    Watersports Centre

    Sail on Loch Linnhe, just 15 minutes walk from the centre of Fort William. The club is an RYA Teaching establishment with lots of experience in teaching people to sail. Sail at any state of the tide...

    1.36 miles away
  8. Fingal of Caledonia moored by Fort William

    Caledonian Discovery

    Boat Trip

    Come cruising onboard 'Fingal of Caledonia', a converted holiday barge which cruises Coast to Coast across Scotland through the Caledonian Canal. There are a maximum of 12 guests iaccomodated in our...

    1.38 miles away
  9. Wilderness Guides

    Wilderness Guides

    Guided Tour

    Wilderness Guides offers guided canoe trips on many of the beautiful lochs and rivers around Fort William and the Lochaber area.
    Scotland boasts world-class canoeing locations, some of the best...

    1.44 miles away
  10. Fort William Golf Course

    Golf Course

    1.83 miles away
  11. Loch Nan Uamh

    Rockhopper Sea Kayaking

    Watersports Centre

    Sea kayak tuition and expeditions. Rockhopper Sea Kayaking is a fully mobile provider of guided sea kayaking trips and sea kayaking instruction based near Fort William on the West Coast of Scotland. ...

    2.34 miles away
  12. Forestry Commission Trails - Leanachan Forest

    Forestry Commission Scotland

    Cycle Route

    Lochaber forest district stretches from Glencoe area in the South to Invergarry in the North, and out on the Ardnamurchan peninsula in the West. With land including popular recreation facilities like...

    2.57 miles away
  13. West Highland Wheelers

    West Highland Wheelers

    Cycle

    We've active road, mountain bike, time trial and downhill riders. Our club events can be seen in the calendar. We have weekly road and off-road rides, both mixed and women only. We also organise a...

    3 miles away
  14. Outward Bound Trust

    Outward Bound Trust

    Activity Centre

    The Outward Bound Trust is an educational charity and the UK's leading provider of bursary-assisted outdoor learning. We aim to help young people realise their potential through learning in the...

    3.2 miles away
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Accommodation nearby

  1. Premier Inn

    Premier Inn

    Hotel

    0.24 miles away
  2. Nevis Bank Inn

    Nevis Bank Inn

    Hotel

    0.34 miles away
  1. Fort William Backpackers

    Fort William Backpackers

    Hostel

    Nestling on a hillside above the town, with wonderful views, our characterful and comfy hostel provides everything you’ll need after a day in the hills. In the evening put your feet up in our...

    0.41 miles away
  2. Berkeley House

    Berkeley House

    Guest House

    In-town guest house, with bed and breakfast accommodation. Close to public transport, the end of the West Highland Way and the start of the Great Glen Way.

    Berkeley House was constructed in the...

    0.43 miles away
  3. Tigh na Drochaid

    Tigh na Drochaid Apartment

    Self-Catering

    This modern, semi-detached apartment is located near the foot of Ben Nevis and at the entrance to Glen Nevis in the heart of Britain's outdoor capital.

    Attached to the owners' property it is...

    0.43 miles away
  4. Tigh na Drochaid

    Tigh na Drochaid

    Bed & Breakfast

    Willie, Rosalyn and family offer you a warm welcome and superb Scottish hospitality in their Highland home. “Tigh na Drochaid” (Bridge House in Gaelic) is a modern home set in a scenic area of Glen...

    0.47 miles away
  5. Alexandra Hotel

    Alexandra Hotel

    Hotel

    The Alexandra Hotel provides great traditional Scottish Hospitality at its best!

    In a great location, with everything is close by - whether it’s shopping in the High Street, catching a bus or...

    0.53 miles away
  6. Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club

    Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club

    Hotel

    Nothing is overlooked - Except Ben Nevis You’ll find the Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club a great place to stay and relax, with its truly great atmosphere with comfortable surroundings and friendly...

    0.53 miles away
  7. Old Harbour Master's, Fort William

    Old Harbour Master's

    Self-Catering

    Old Harbour Master's self catering apartment is situated in the centre of Fort William, Western Highlands, Scotland.

    This upper two floor self catering apartment has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and...

    0.56 miles away
  8. Stobhan Guest House

    Stobahn Guest House

    Guest House

    Friendly well-run guest house that has en-suite rooms with views overlooking Loch Linnhe and a great breakfast is provided.

    Stobhan occupies an elevated location overlooking Loch Linnhe and offers...

    0.6 miles away
  9. Best Western Imperial Hotel

    Best Western Imperial Hotel

    Hotel

    0.62 miles away
  10. View from St Anthonys

    St Anthonys B&B

    Bed & Breakfast

    Gill and Dave look forward to welcoming you to St. Anthonys which sits above the town and commands spectacular views across Loch Linnhe to the Ardgour Hills beyond. Situated off the main road, it is...

    0.82 miles away
  11. Lime Tree An Ealdhain

    Lime Tree An Ealdhain

    Hotel

    The Lime Tree Hotel, Restaurant and Art Gallery offers you quality accommodation in a convenient location in Fort William in the heart of North West Highlands of Scotland.

    Whether you choose to...

    0.96 miles away
  12. Glenmorven Guest House

    Glenmorven Guest House

    Guest House

    Glenmorven Guest House will welcome you to, Fort William an Lochaber. Relax in our friendly atmosphere and absorb the beauty of Scotland. We offer Bed & Breakfast in a superb location with panoramic...

    0.96 miles away
  13. Corrie Doon Timber Cabin

    Coorie Doon

    Self-Catering

    Purpose built, timber cabin, next to the Caledonian Canal at Neptune’s Staircase and the Great Glen Way.Fantastic views of; Aonach Mor, Ben Nevis, Loch Linnhe, The Mamores & Glencoe This self...

    1.29 miles away
  14. Carinbrook - External Photograph

    Carinbrook Guest House

    Guest House

    Here at Carinbrook you will receive a warm, Highland welcome. Carinbrook offers one twin-bedded ensuite and three double ensuite rooms, plus one single room ensuite room. Each room is tastefully...

    1.38 miles away
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